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Division 4 The measurement points are:

United Kingdom

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x1

  • the thickness of backfat (including rind) in millimetres, measured at 8 cm off the midline of the carcase between the third and fourth last lumbar vertebrae.

    • x2

  • the thickness of backfat (including rind) in millimetres, measured at 6 cm off the midline of the carcase between the third and fourth last ribs.

    • x3

  • the thickness of muscle in millimetres, measured at the same time and in the same place as x2.

    • The formulae shall be valid for carcases weighing between 50 and 110 kg.